Battery Maintenance and Charging
The single most important thing about
maintaining a sealed battery is to keep it fully charged. Check the
battery voltage with a voltmeter or multimeter. A fully charged battery
will register 12.8 V or higher. If the voltage falls below 12.5V,
charge it immediately, or the battery runs the risk of sulfation and
reduced battery life.
This vehicle is equipped with a vehicle battery charge port located
on the dash. This allows the operator to charge the vehicle battery
without needing to access the battery under the driver’s seat.
If you do not drive the vehicle for more
than TWO WEEKS, Polaris recommends using a BatteryMINDer® 2012
AGM - 2 AMP charger (PN 2830438), which can be ordered through your
dealer.
If you plan to store the vehicle
for ONE MONTH or longer, remove the battery from the vehicle, then
store the battery in a cool and dry location. Continue to maintain
the battery with the BatteryMINDer® 2012 AGM - 2 AMP charger.
When using an automatic charger other than
a BatteryMINDer® 2012-AGM - 2 AMP charger, refer to the charger
manufacturer's instructions for recharging.
Using a Constant Current Charger
If you are using a constant current charger (instead of BatteryMINDer® 2012 AGM - 2 AMP charger), use the guidelines below. Always verify battery condition before and 1-2 hours after the end of charging.
State of Charge | Voltage (DC) | Action | Charge Time* |
100% | 12.8-13.0 volts | None, check monthly | None required |
75%-100% | 12.6-12.8 volts | May need slight charge, if no charge given, check in 2 weeks | 3-6 hours |
50%-75% | 12.3-12.6 volts | Needs charge | 5-11 hours |
25%-50% | 12.0-12.3 volts | Needs charge | At least 13 hours |
0%-25% | 12.0 volts or less | Needs charge | At least 20 hours |
* Using AGM specific charger at standard amps specified on top of battery |